Entertainment

“Frankenstein.” Given life from a man with a troubled heart, a creature assembled from corpses sets out into the unforgiving world to discover his humanity. As he uncovers both kindness and cruelty, he seeks out the doctor who created him to demand answers about his troubled existence. Stage Theater, Speer Blvd. and Arapahoe St. 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $35.

2016 Pray for Snow Bash. This is possibly the most Colorado event you’re likely to find this weekend. It features Free beer from Upslope Brewery, live ’80s music from The Goonies, three-day lift pass giveaway from Steamboat, the world premiere of Powder Magazine’s “Monumental: Skiing Our National Parks” (with the stars of the film), winter season’s fortunes from Old Lady Winter, locally sourced artisanal corn dogs, the first REI Outdoor Programs Raspberry Bacon Rail Jam and launching Twinkies from a catapult. Where your best ’80s gear. REI, 1416 Platte St. 5:30-9 p.m. Free. RSVP through the link.

The Spins. Vinyl Me, Please will host this vinyl listening event featuring the music of Beck and an exclusive reissue of “Odelay.” The night will also include a vinyl set from DJ Details. Bar Fausto, 3126 Larimer St. 8-11:30 p.m.

The Emerging Filmmakers Project. Showcase of local independent filmmakers. This month: October Lineup: “Devil in the White City” by Rion Smith, “Killer Ink” by Lewis Leslie, a secret special short by Midian Crosby and Shannon Smith, “Trickster” by Jamon Tolbert, “Serial” by Jordan Spalding and “Decline and Fall” by David Higgins. The Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St. 8-11 p.m. $5 at the door.

Film on the Fly. Free screening of “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” on the airport’s open-air plaza and a conspiracy-themed costume party. No full masks or weapons, real or fake. Denver International Airport, 8500 Pena Blvd. 5-9 p.m.

For your brain

Nerd Nite: Taxidermy and Board Games. Tish Gance will talk about using gameplay to help small businesses with their customer outreach and marketing and Brant MacDuff talks about taxidermy, followed by powerpoint karaoke.

The Science Lounge: So, You’re Dead. Where your undead best to have some cocktails explore the Extreme Mammals and Mummies: New Secrets from the Tombs exhibits at Denver Museum of Nature and Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd. 6:30-9:30 p.m. 21+. $15.

For a cause

Friday

Food & drink

Bites ‘N’ Brews. Class that combines the basics of cooking with beer with a menu meant to complement craft breer. A local breweries will take lead guided tasting of beers. Cook Street School of Culinary Arts, 1937 Market St. 6-9:30 p.m. $99.

Entertainment

“Colorism” by Kenya Fashaw. Explore the lives and experience of people of color dealing with discrimination based on skin tone within their own race. Aurora Cultural Arts District, 1400 Dallas St., Aurora. 7 p.m. $20.

“Frankenstein.” Given life from a man with a troubled heart, a creature assembled from corpses sets out into the unforgiving world to discover his humanity. As he uncovers both kindness and cruelty, he seeks out the doctor who created him to demand answers about his troubled existence. Stage Theater, Speer Blvd. and Arapahoe St. 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $35.

Happy Hour Chamber Concert. Boulder Bach Festival Artistic Director Zachary Carrettin will be joined by Boulder Bach artists Greta Parks and Keith Barnhart for an evening of music by J.S. Bach and Antonio Vivaldi, including a performance on the cello da spalla. Epiphany Lutheran Church Elca, 790 S. Corona St. 6 p.m.

Art

Day of the Dead celebration. Art and costume contests with cash prizes, traditional Day of the Dead refreshments, music and vendors. Urban Gipsie Gallery, 3603 W. Colfax Ave. 5-10 p.m.

Entertainment

“Colorism” by Kenya Fashaw. Explore the lives and experience of people of color dealing with discrimination based on skin tone within their own race. Aurora Cultural Arts District, 1400 Dallas St., Aurora. 7 p.m. $20.

“Frankenstein.” Given life from a man with a troubled heart, a creature assembled from corpses sets out into the unforgiving world to discover his humanity. As he uncovers both kindness and cruelty, he seeks out the doctor who created him to demand answers about his troubled existence. Stage Theater, Speer Blvd. and Arapahoe St. 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $35.

Art

Paint “Day of the Dead Cat.” Includes a visit to the cat cafe, a free coffee, tea or hot chocolate, all painting supplies and step-by-step guidance from an art instructor. Denver Cat Company, 3929 Tennyson St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $30.

Entertainment

“Colorism” by Kenya Fashaw. Explore the lives and experience of people of color dealing with discrimination based on skin tone within their own race. Aurora Cultural Arts District, 1400 Dallas St., Aurora. 1:30 p.m. $20.

“Frankenstein.” Given life from a man with a troubled heart, a creature assembled from corpses sets out into the unforgiving world to discover his humanity. As he uncovers both kindness and cruelty, he seeks out the doctor who created him to demand answers about his troubled existence. Stage Theater, Speer Blvd. and Arapahoe St. 1:30 p.m. Tickets start at $35.

Author: Ashley Dean

Ashley Dean covers dining and nightlife, and other odds and ends. She previously covered music and did some copy editing for the Denver Post, the Colorado Daily and the Daily Camera. She's from New York, likes her bourbon straight and has strong opinions about Kanye West. She can be reached at adean@denverite.com, 303-502-2804 or @AshleyDean. View all posts by Ashley Dean